What happens when employees don’t feel safe owning up to their mistakes? We explore the risks organizations face when trust is lacking and how team safety plays a crucial role in creating a growing and thriving culture. Join us as we break down practical strategies to foster openness, accountability, and resilience in teams when mistakes happen.

In this episode, we talk about the paradox of leadership wellness—how taking time off can actually be one of the most productive things a leader does, but that wellness comes from many sources including our approach to work itself. We argue that leaders who prioritize their own well-being play a vital role in shaping positive workplace culture, fostering a more engaged and productive environment for their teams. We also reference Time Off by Max Frenzel, discussing how intentional rest and balance can empower leaders to bring their best selves to work.

In this episode, we dive deep into a topic that every business leader, middle manager, and HR decision-maker needs to hear: employee wellness. But we’re not just talking about your typical wellness programs. We’re exploring how to build a thriving workplace culture that truly supports your team’s well-being. True employee wellness is the result of a healthy, values-driven workplace culture, not just a series of programs. Leaders play a pivotal role in setting the tone and supporting holistic well-being. Don’t miss this insightful episode that promises to equip you with the knowledge and tools to create a workplace where everyone thrives.

In this episode, we debate whether filling positions from within or outside your organization is best. We consider the potential impacts this decision can have on your workplace culture and discuss how to safeguard your employees’ well-being when making these choices.

In this episode, we discuss the validity of the idea that “nobody wants to work anymore” and why the fast-food industry needs their employees to find purpose in their work.

How do you talk about performance in your organization? What happens when people don’t perform? This week, we discuss the connection between performance and culture, the leader’s role, and how to facilitate a happy and high-performing workplace.

Does your organization suffer from a culture of overwork? This week, we look we dig into the HBR article, How to Fix your Company’s Culture of Overwork. We also discuss the danger in assuming your high-performing employees aren’t struggling.

Can siloing team members in an organization have a positive impact? This week, we explore the impacts of information siloing on workplace culture, and we dig into the Sloan MIT article, Building Culture From the Middle Out. We also discuss the important role middle managers play in embodying a company’s values.

If a meeting doesn’t have a purpose or payoff, should you go? Listen to Wendy, Chris, and Eric discuss the philosophy of getting rid of the “stupid stuff” that’s negatively impacting your bottom line and workplace culture. They also discuss other lean methodologies and how to eliminate waste in your organization.

Wendy, Chris, and Eric decide if they can extract succession planning advice from the Queen of Denmark’s recent throne abdication to her son. They also explore Workplace Trends Leaders Should Watch in 2024.

What do workplace well-being and Swifties have in common? This week we explore Deloitte’s article, Six leader/worker disconnects affecting workplace well-being, as well as Daniela Devitt’s piece, What Leaders Can Learn from Taylor Swift. We also discuss the importance of continuous growth and learning as leaders.

What does a culture of curiosity look like, and why should you care? Episode 25 delves into Scott Shigeoka’s insights on fostering curiosity with 4 Phrases That Build a Culture of Curiosity. We also tackle FTX and the complex issue of executive accountability, along with a special announcement about our show’s hosting.